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16 - A French 4/4 violin made in Lyon by the workshop of Paul BLA…
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Estimate €4,000 - €4,500
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Description
A French 4/4 violin made in Lyon by the workshop of Paul BLANCHARD, bearing the label ‘Made by Paul Blanchard in Lyon in 1897 No. 214’, spruce top with irregular, medium to wide growth rings; two-piece maple back with fairly regular, medium-sized waves sloping downwards on either side of the joint; ribs of the same wood, matching the back; beautiful rich orange-red varnish with a more yellowish undertone, 357 mm, minor scratches and (slight) damage to the varnish; in very good condition, in a wooden case with marquetry. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity by René Bazin dated 23 May 1930.
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Auction time 10/28/2026 at 2:00 PM
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